Download or read book Beating the Impostor Syndrome written by Portia Mount and published by Center for Creative Leadership. This book was released on 2014-08-22 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Impostor Syndrome is a well-researched, well-documented phenomenon that occurs when successful and intelligent professionals feel they do not deserve their accomplishments and that they have faked their way to success. This syndrome can cause negative stress, fear, anxiety, loss of confidence, and can eventually lead to derailment. However, by overcoming inaccurate beliefs about yourself and your abilities, you can overcome the Impostor Syndrome and enjoy a more fulfilling career.